Teresa madura
Glenview,Illinois
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children and young adults. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Desire to spread positive energy and focus on the overall wellness of all I come in contact with.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Resource Teacher/1:1 Support Special Needs
Glenview District 34 Glen Grove School
08.2022 - Current
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs student using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted child in practicing calming techniques when escalated
- Taught age appropriate social interaction activities with peers
- Participated in team strategy meetings
- Communicated daily with parent regarding progress and areas of concern
ILS Instructor/Paraprofessional
Glenview School District 34 Glen Grove School
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Supported developmentally disabled children to help maintain self-sustaining and independent living environment.
- Modified and taught lessons in a one-on-one setting and group instruction
- Assisted with toileting
- Assisted with eating
- Accompanied students to their specials and on field trips
- Administered Testing
- Documented students progress
- Reviewed IEP goals and documentation
- Completed daily progress/behavior logs
- Participated in meetings
Pre-School Teacher
Kensington School
10.2018 - 07.2021
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time each day.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
In Home Personal Trainer
TheFitMom
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Informed clients about nutrition, lifestyle issues, and weight control.
- Instructed gym members about correct use of weight resistance and cardiovascular equipment.
- Educated clients on effective ways to exercise while on business travel, at home and on vacation.
- Promoted fitness center programs such as youth and adult swim team programs.
- Administered fitness assessments, including [Type] and [Type].
Sixth Grade Teacher
St. James Elementary School
08.1997 - 08.1998
- Educated patients on postoperative care, including how to protect dental work and boost healing.
- Documented patients' dental health information, medical history and vital signs.
- Prepared bitewing, panoramic and periapical radiological images, allowing dentist to spot cavities, decay and problem areas needing treatment.
- Supported dentists during procedures to restore teeth, like dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
- Taught patients successful strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting gums and tooth enamel from damage.
- Developed highly interactive and exploration-focused classroom environment for student engagement and academic success.
- Supported students dealing with emotionally challenging life events and developmental milestones.
- Customized lesson plans to serve needs of average, advanced and remedial students.
- Assisted students in developing self-assessment skills and personal studying techniques.
ILS Instructor
Glen Grove Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
- Designed and implemented customized lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles, leading to increased comprehension and application of concepts.
- Employed effective classroom management strategies that allowed for smooth transitions between activities while maintaining focus on the subject matter at hand.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop comprehensive curriculum, resulting in improved performance across the board.
- Assisted special needs children in adapting to and learning life skills, physical fitness activities to encourage body health and confidence, and how to successfully and appropriately perform in social settings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL01.1996
Certification - Fitness Training Certification
American Counsil On Exercise
San Diego, CA06.2020
Skills
- Student progress reporting
- Classroom management
- Student records management
- Verbal and written communication
- Positive and friendly
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Mother of four
- Educated and experienced with working with special needs and disabled children
- Educated on the attainment of physical and emotional wellness
Member of National Honors Society
High Honors
National Art Honors Society
Timeline
ILS Instructor
Glen Grove Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
Resource Teacher/1:1 Support Special Needs
Glenview District 34 Glen Grove School
08.2022 - Current
ILS Instructor/Paraprofessional
Glenview School District 34 Glen Grove School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Pre-School Teacher
Kensington School
10.2018 - 07.2021
In Home Personal Trainer
TheFitMom
01.2016 - 01.2019
Sixth Grade Teacher
St. James Elementary School
08.1997 - 08.1998
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Loyola University of Chicago
Certification - Fitness Training Certification
American Counsil On Exercise
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